Is Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein vegan?
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein
Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein is a quaternary ammonium derivative of hydrolyzed wheat protein, produced by reacting hydrolyzed wheat protein with a hydroxypropyl trimethylammonium reagent. It is used in hair and skin care products as a conditioning and antistatic agent.
| Also known as | Proteins wheat hydrolyzed N-(3-trimethylammonio-2-hydroxypropyl)- chlorides |
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| INCI name | Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein |
| CosIng ID | 76883 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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